Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil ((see note))
  • 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 fillets tilapia
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • Cooked pasta (for serving)
  • Fresh basil or parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instruction

  • Melt the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat.
  • Set up a dredge station with 2 shallow bowls. In the first bowl, beat the eggs. In the second bowl, combine the bread crumbs, flour, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Dip a fish fillet into the egg mixture and then into the bread crumb mixture. Flip to coat both sides with the bread crumbs, pressing the fish down gently. S et breaded fillet on a plate and repeat with remaining fish.
  • Place all the fish into the skillet at once. (see note) Cook on each side for 3-5 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
  • Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of marinara sauce on top of the cooked tilapia. Then top with mozzarella and the remaining Parmesan cheese divided evenly among the fillets.
  • Remove the skillet from heat and cover with a lid to melt the cheese.
  • Once the cheese is melted, plate the fish over your favorite pasta, sprinkle with chopped basil or parsley, and enjoy!